Figure: Mother with Twins

Dogon blacksmith

16th–20th century

Not on view

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Title: Figure: Mother with Twins
Artist: Dogon blacksmith
Date: 16th–20th century
Geography: Mali
Culture: Dogon peoples
Medium: Wood
Dimensions: H. 15 5/8 x W. 3 x D. 10 1/2 in. (39.7 x 7.6 x 26.7 cm)
Classification: Wood-Sculpture
Credit Line: Gift of Lester Wunderman, 1977
Object Number: 1977.394.13
Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing

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